CRITICAL THINKING
At this point , people who want to think cri�cally should improve themselves in the following :
1 . Breaking an exis�ng problem into small pieces and pu�ng them back together in different ways . 2 . Searching and gathering all kinds of informa�on , facts and evidence regarding each part of the problem . 3 . Understanding the importance of the informa�on obtained and revealing what it means 4 . Foreseeing a plan and pu�ng it into prac�ce
Steps of Cri�cal Thinking
1 . Iden�fy the problem or ques�on .
Be as precise as possible : the narrower the issue , the easier it is to find solu�ons or answers .
2 . Gather data , opinions , and arguments . Try to find several sources that present different ideas and points of view .
3 . Analyze and evaluate the data .
Are the sources reliable ? Are their conclusions data-backed or just argumenta�ve ? Is there enough informa�on or data to support given hypotheses ?
4 . Iden�fy assump�ons .
Are you sure the sources you found are unbiased ? Are you sure you weren ’ t biased in your search for answers ?
5 . Establish significance .
What piece of informa�on is most important ? Is the sample size sufficient ? Are all opinions and arguments even relevant to the problem you ’ re trying to solve ?
6 . Make a decision / reach a conclusion .
Iden�fy various conclusions that are possible and decide which ( if any ) of them are sufficiently supported . Weigh strengths and limita�ons of all possible op�ons .
7 . Present or communicate . Once you ’ ve reached a conclusion , present it to all stakeholders .